Job summary
An opportunityhasarisen fora forward thinking, innovative and confident Band 5Administratorto joinourBed Management Team.
The team supports Trust wide Acute services managing the administrative function and monitoring activity for all Organic, Acute and PICU Beds within the Trust maintaining and providing up to date data and live information concerning bed stock. The team is also a central point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will work across 7 days inclusive of Weekends and Bank Holidays
As with anyAcute servicethere isconstantchange thus the successful candidatemusthave proven experience in dealing with challengingconversation and conflicting deadlines, be resilient and confident. They will be expectedat times towork autonomouslyandhave a committed and flexible approach tothe role andthe needs of the service.
It is essential to be proficient in Microsoft Packages and have experience in using Excel to provide accurate and up to date reports.
You must be able to demonstrate strong communication skills, Supervisory Experience and good leadership as well as working as part of a team.
Main duties of the job
To support Patient Flow Team managers and services in co-ordinating business information processes and data to performance management, data quality and service development and clinical systems. The post holder will be the focal point for information and contractual data. To undertake specific projects as directed in line with the remit of this post. Action and follow up any delays in Transfer of care or Discharge.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton and Liverpool. We also provide specialist services for the North West as a whole.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.We also offer up to three weeks' induction, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This aims to give you all the knowledge and guidance to help you hit the ground running with CWP.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Business Admin/studies or equivalent experience
- RSA III or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification e.g. PRINCE or equivalent
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Data Protection Act
- Working knowledge of software programmes e.g. Microsoft applications and associated databases
- Knowledge of clinical processes, systems, and pathways
Desirable
- Working knowledge of IT hardware
- An understanding of the contracting and performance monitoring framework for NHS Trusts
- Advanced level of MS Excel expertise
Experience
Essential
- Ability to deliver training
- Managerial experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a mental health environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Business Admin/studies or equivalent experience
- RSA III or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification e.g. PRINCE or equivalent
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Data Protection Act
- Working knowledge of software programmes e.g. Microsoft applications and associated databases
- Knowledge of clinical processes, systems, and pathways
Desirable
- Working knowledge of IT hardware
- An understanding of the contracting and performance monitoring framework for NHS Trusts
- Advanced level of MS Excel expertise
Experience
Essential
- Ability to deliver training
- Managerial experience
Desirable
- Experience of working in a mental health environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
